What is shaping the Czech property market, and where is it worth investing in property? We bring you the latest developments from the property world.
Housing funded by the state – billions in benefits
The number of households receiving state housing benefits continues to grow. In December 2024, 285 900 households received this benefit. Three months later, the figure had risen to 303 200, while state expenditure increased from CZK 1.78 billion to CZK 1.96 billion per month. Over the whole of last year, the state paid out CZK 20 billion – and this year the amount is likely to be even higher. What does this mean? Above all, that an increasing number of households are unable to finance their own housing. Tenants and subtenants apply for support most often, but owner-occupiers may apply too.
Source: https://www.mpsv.cz
Holiday properties in demand – an investment with a view
Holiday properties continue to hold a strong position in the market – especially those located in the mountains, by the water or in national parks. There is particularly strong interest in luxury mountain apartments that combine personal holiday use with the potential for profitable tourist rentals. For example, in the Jeseníky Mountains or Krkonoše Mountains, properties can be found that offer a high level of comfort while delivering returns of around 5–7% per year – thanks not only to tourism, but also to increasingly better infrastructure in these areas. It is an ideal way to combine investment with lifestyle – returns and relaxation in one.
Source: In-house – Bohemian Estates
